Hard Rock maintains Japan integrated resort plans ahead of 2027 applications
Hard Rock International says it remains interested in Japan as the government prepares to accept municipal integrated resort applications from 6 May to 5 November 2027. The draft Cabinet order allows for up to two additional casino resort licences; Hard Rock Japan president Ado Machida said the company remains committed to the market.
Potential bidders and casino operators have an application window and a limit of up to two additional Japanese integrated resort licences to consider.